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As 2017 comes to a close these next few days, the San Diego Union-Tribune Ideas and Opinions team reflects back to some of dominant issues that, well, left a lot to wish for with the coming new year.

The NFL void left behind by the Chargers. A homeless problem seemingly without a permanent solution. Sewage from Tijuana polluting local beaches. A lack of clarity in rules for short-term vacation rentals. The list goes on.

Could things turn around for San Diego in 2018?

Here are just five wishes that would make some San Diegans happy.

Clear rules on short-term vacation rentals

After a 10-hour meeting where 260 people voiced their concerns, the San Diego City...

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